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Norfolk, VA 23517

3 active breweries · Population 4,550 · Virginia

ZIP code 23517 in Norfolk, Virginia sits at BDI 65.9 — Extremely High on the national scale — with 3 active breweries with a walkability score of 69.8 and the opportunity model flags it as Low Opportunity. The breakdown below combines four data sources to characterize what the brewery scene actually looks like here, and what it might look like for a new entrant.

At a Glance

Density Index
65.9
Extremely High · #267 nationally
Walkability
69.8
Great for Walking
Opportunity
48.9
Low Opportunity
Active Breweries
3
Population 4,550

Density — BDI 65.9

Extremely High

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 23517 ranks #267 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 69.8

Great for Walking
Walk Score N/A/100
Breweries Within 1hr Walk 2
Cluster Density 2 in 0.5mi

Walkability is calculated from Walk Score, transit data, and how tightly clustered breweries are. A score above 60 means you can chain several taprooms on foot.

Opportunity — BOS 48.9

Low Opportunity
Median Income $63,556
Age 25–44 11.0%
Bachelor's+ 55.3%

Opportunity score weights income, target demographics (25–44), education, and current competition. Higher means an under-served market with the right customer base.

Active Breweries in 23517

NameTypeAddress
Coelacanth BrewingMicro760A W 22nd StWebsite
O'Connor Brewing CoMicro211 W 24th StWebsite
Rip Rap Brewing CompanyMicro116 E 25th St

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